Thinking of Relocating in Ealing? Here's How to Make Your Move Smooth and Successful
5 minute read posted by The Team @ Leslie & Co
on 12th May 2025 Relocating to a new area is a big decision – one that can open the door to exciting new opportunities, lifestyles, and adventures. Whether you’re drawn by a career change, a desire for a different pace of life, or simply want...
Three Easy Ways to Make Your London Home Feel Bigger
2 minute read posted by The Team @ Leslie & Co
on 9th May 2025 We'd all like to live in a home with oodles and oodles of space but that's not always possible. So, here are some easy ways to make even the smallest space seem bigger. 1. Mirror, mirror on the wall Mirrors are the easiest way to...
Bank of England Cuts Base Rate to 4.25%
2 minute read posted by The Team @ Leslie & Co
on 8th May 2025 Today, the Bank of England (BoE) cut the base interest rate to 4.25%, delivering a boost for borrowers. The quarter-point rate cut is the second of 2025, with more expected to follow later this year. Looking forward Financial...
Brand Spanking New or Old and Charming – Which Property Type Suits You?
2 minute read posted by The Team @ Leslie & Co
on 7th May 2025 Should you buy a new build home? Or would an older property suit you better? Here are a few things to bear in mind to help you decide. What’s good about buying a new build? Often, with a new home, you can specify exactly how you...
The Pros and Cons of Owning Buy-to-Lets Through a Company
2 minute read posted by The Team @ Leslie & Co
on 5th May 2025 New figures show there are over 401,000 buy-to-let companies* in the UK – more than any other type of business. Let’s look at what landlords need to know about owning their property through a limited company. Reasons to set up...
Tiki, Reflexology and Fairies: Quirky Ways to Transform Your Outdoor Space
2 minute read posted by The Team @ Leslie & Co
on 2nd May 2025 Whether you have a garden, patio or terrace, these quirky ideas will help transform your outdoor space. Here are three ideas if you want to turn your conventional garden or outdoor area into something out of the ordinary. 1....
The 2025 Ealing Home Buyer Wish List: What’s In and What’s Out
4 minute read posted by The Team @ Leslie & Co
on 1st May 2025 The UK property market is always evolving, but 2025 has ushered in some striking shifts in what buyers really want. With hybrid work, climate concerns, and lifestyle priorities reshaping decisions, today’s Ealing homebuyer has a...
Should You Renovate Before Listing Your Home?
2 minute read posted by The Team @ Leslie & Co
on 30th Apr 2025 If you’re considering selling your home, you may be wondering whether you should fix it up before it goes on the market. Here are the pros and cons to think about. The pros You could improve your home’s kerb appeal. Your home...
The Best Family-Friendly Areas in Ealing (And Why Northfields is the Gold Rush You Don’t Want to Miss)
4 minute read posted by The Team @ Leslie & Co
on 30th Apr 2025 Photograph by Anne Valluy When it comes to putting down roots in West London, families flock to Ealing - and with good reason. Excellent schools, leafy parks, independent shops and cafés, and brilliant transport links combine to...
New Financial Sanctions Rules: What Landlords and Tenants Need to Know
3 minute read posted by The Team @ Leslie & Co
on 28th Apr 2025 Strict new financial sanctions rules affecting many landlords and tenants apply as of May 2025. Here’s a quick heads-up on the changes. What are the new financial sanctions rules? Financial sanctions rules prevent certain people...